Tripod for all conditions

I'm looking to invest in another tripod and something that's indestructible. Something that can beat the elements of New England, the salt water, sand and even mud. Something that requires very little maintenance.

I've beat up my Gitzo, at this moment I can't recall the model. It was a beast, carbon fiber and could hold a ton. Sadly, it's hurting and I need parts for it. So I'm looking for something dependable but not crazy expensive. Under a grand would be okay, even less would work.

I've thought about this one for a while. I don't use a tripod around salt water but I fish in it an awful lot. The salt water always destroys everything. Even things constructed for use in or around it. I can't really think of anything that would stand up to constant or extended use around the stuff. Whatever you end up getting it will last longer if you rinse it with fresh water after use.

I've also used my Gitzo systematic on beaches and in the sea but have been very careful with it. Same with my travel tripod. Last year I bought a heavy duty inexpensive aluminum tripod for seashore work. The thing is solid as a rock but essentially a throwaway when it gets beyond repair in a few years time.

peter_n wrote in post #17496537I've also used my Gitzo systematic on beaches and in the sea but have been very careful with it. Same with my travel tripod. Last year I bought a heavy duty inexpensive aluminum tripod for seashore work. The thing is solid as a rock but essentially a throwaway when it gets beyond repair in a few years time.

Yes, you can pick up old Manfrotto tripods for just about nothing. They are heavy, but very stable. Like you said, treat them as throw away.

peter_n wrote in post #17496537I've also used my Gitzo systematic on beaches and in the sea but have been very careful with it. Same with my travel tripod. Last year I bought a heavy duty inexpensive aluminum tripod for seashore work. The thing is solid as a rock but essentially a throwaway when it gets beyond repair in a few years time.

Valid point about the aluminum. I currently have a Manfrotto and I am picking up a Gitzo very soon. I had been thinking of selling the Manfrotto, but this makes me reconsider and plan to keep it. I'll be moving to Portland and on the ocean more often and I'd rather not destroy the Gitzo prematurely.

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